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Boston Interested In Extending Roman Anthony
According to Alex Speier of The Boston Globe, the Boston Red Sox are interested in extending top prospect Roman Anthony. Speir noted that the team has also expressed interest in extending other top prospects in the system, such as Marcelo Mayer and Kristian Campbell. All three of these prospects are expected to be a key […]
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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Given Contract-Extension Deadline
According to Ben Nicholson-Smith of SportsNet, the Toronto Blue Jays and first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. have established February 18 as the deadline for contract extension talks. This is the same day as the team's first full-squad workout. The Blue Jays remain focused on extending their superstar, but this deadline will ensure that contract talks […]
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Max Scherzer Wants To Remain A Starter
According to Jon Morosi of the MLB Network, free agent starting pitcher Max Scherzer wants to continue to be deployed out of a starting rotation during the 2025 season. Morosi noted that some sources suggested that clubs viewed Scherzer as a potential closer, but people close to Scherzer made it clear that he intends to […]
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Robert Stock Returns To Boston On Minor-League Deal
According to Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com, the Boston Red Sox have signed right-handed pitcher Robert Stock to a minor-league deal that includes an invite to spring training. The 35-year-old made his last big league appearance during the 2021 season and pitched for the Red Sox during the 2020 campaign. Over the past few seasons, he […]
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Leevi Merilainen Wins Third Straight Contest On Tuesday
Ottawa Senators goaltender Leevi Merilainen won his third-straight contest on Tuesday evening against the New York Islanders. The 22-year-old netminder stopped all 24 shots he faced in Belmont. This was Merilainen's second shutout over this three-game stretch. Overall, he has posted a near-perfect 0.67 GAA and a .975% SV over this span and has taken […]
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David Pastrnak Busy In Tuesday's Victory
Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak tallied three points during their victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday evening. Pastrnak tallied a primary assist in the opening frame on Parker Wotherspoon's first goal of the campaign. Later in the second, he tacked on another primary assist, this time on Brad Marchand's goal. Later in […]
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Kyle Connor Scores Natural Hat Trick In Victory
Winnipeg Jets left wing Kyle Connor scored a natural hat trick during their victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday evening. Connor scored all three of his goals within the first period, all during 5-on-5 play. Later in the third period, Connor tacked on a secondary assist on the power-play. Connor also logged three blocks […]
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Cole Caufield Tallies Pair Of Points On Tuesday
Montreal Canadiens right wing Cole Caufield tallied a goal and an assist during their victory over the Utah Hockey Club on Tuesday evening. Caufield tallied his first point of the evening in the opening frame with the primary assist on Mike Matheson's goal. Later in the third, Caufield would score the game-winning goal on a […]
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Ryan McDonagh Exits Tuesday's Contest Early
According to Gabby Shirley of the Tampa Bay Lightning, defenseman Ryan McDonagh (face) left Tuesday's contest after taking a puck to the face. Before exiting, the defenseman logged just under 15 minutes of ice time and tallied one shot and two blocks. The 35-year-old was riding a three-game point streak entering Tuesday's contest but could […]
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Thomas Chabot Exits Early On Tuesday
According to the team, Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (head) exited early during Tuesday's contest for precautionary reasons. The 27-year-old was struck by a puck in the face during the opening frame. Before leaving, Chabot logged just four minutes of ice time and tallied one hit and one blocked shot. Fantasy managers should continue to […]
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MLB Pipeline Names Samuel Basallo Top Catching Prospect Entering 2025
MLB Pipeline has tabbed Baltimore Orioles catching prospect Samuel Basallo the best at his position entering the 2025 season. The 20-year-old received his first extended look at Double-A ball last summer and performed at an elite level, posting a .289/.355/.465 line. He hit 22 doubles, 16 home runs, and swiped nine bags. He then earned […]
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Padres Sign J.B. Wendelken To Minor-League Deal
According to Robert Murray of FanSided.com, the San Diego Padres have signed right-hander J.B. Wendelken to a minor-league contract. The right-hander spent the past two summers pitching in Japan and performed exceptionally well, holding a strong 1.57 ERA across 95 contests. The 31-year-old last appeared in the major league during the 2022 season with the […]
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White Sox Sign Jonathan Heasley To Minor-League Contract
According to the team, the Chicago White Sox have signed right-handed pitcher Jonathan Heasley to a minor-league contract that contains an invite to spring training. Heasley logged just five innings in the majors last season with the Baltimore Orioles. The right-hander allowed ten earned runs and ten hits in this small stint. He logged a […]
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Cubs Having Contract Conversations With Alex Bregman
According to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score, the Chicago Cubs have had "casual conversations" with player agent Scott Boras on potentially signing free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman to a short-term contract. Bregman is one of the top remaining bats on the free-agent market and is currently seeking a longer extension. Throughout the offseason, the […]
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Joe Kelly Wants To Return To Los Angeles
Free-agent relief pitcher Joe Kelly (shoulder) noted on the Dodgers Beat podcast that he will either return to Los Angeles or retire. His decision will come down to his health, as he is currently recovering from a shoulder injury that cut his 2024 campaign short. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the […]
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Nick Raposo Designated For Assignment
According to Shannon Drayer of MyNorthWest.com, the Seattle Mariners designated catcher Nick Raposo for assignment. This transaction opened a roster spot for infielder Miles Mastrobuoni, who the Mariners acquired earlier on Tuesday. The Mariners claimed Raposo off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays earlier this offseason. Last summer, the 26-year-old backstop spent the entire season […]
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Patrick Mahomes Practices In Full On Tuesday
According to the team, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) participated fully during Tuesday's practice. Mahomes has been dealing with a lingering ankle injury over the past month and was given Week 18 off as the Chiefs have already locked up the top seed in the AFC. However, seeing him open the week as […]
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Dalton Schultz Limited By Shoulder Injury
Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Texans said tight end Dalton Schultz (shoulder) was limited during Tuesday's practice with a shoulder injury. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status throughout the week if he faces a setback. During their victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday afternoon, the veteran tight end caught two of […]
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Isiah Pacheco Practices In Full On Tuesday
According to the team, Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (rib) logged a full practice on Tuesday. Pacheco sustained a rib injury during their Week 17 victory over the Steelers and was held out of action in Week 18 as the Chiefs already locked up the top seed in the conference. However, seeing the […]
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Zane Gonzalez Limited On Tuesday
According to Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post, Washington Commanders kicker Zane Gonzalez (hip) was limited during Tuesday's practice. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the week, but seeing him open the week as a limited participant suggests this injury is relatively minor. Gonzalez played the hero in their victory over the […]
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Robert Woods Sidelined On Tuesday
According to Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Texans, wide receiver Robert Woods (hip) did not practice on Tuesday. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the 32-year-old's status throughout the week. Woods caught two of his four targets for 22 yards during their victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. However, he logged the second-most offensive […]
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Bobby Wagner Does Not Practice On Tuesday
According to Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post, Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner (ankle) did not practice on Tuesday. The 34-year-old sustained this injury during their victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday evening. However, it did not inhibit his performance, as he tallied eight tackles, three assists, and a fumble recovery. Fantasy managers […]
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Anthony Santander Open To Short-Term Deal With High Annual Value
According to Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic, free agent outfielder/designated hitter Anthony Santander is open to signing a short-term deal with a high annual value. Santander has been one of the top bats on the market all offseason but has been unable to seal a longer-term extension. Rosenthal noted that Santander might […]
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Jack Flaherty Could Sign Short-Term Contract
According to Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic, free agent right-handed pitcher Jack Flaherty may opt to sign a short-term contract this offseason. Flaherty has been viewed as one of the top starting pitchers on the market all offseason but has yet to find a suitor. Rosenthal noted that teams may want to […]
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Clubs Showing Interest In Brooks Raley
According to Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic, several clubs have checked in on free agent left-handed pitcher Brooks Raley. According to Rosenthal, the New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs are among the clubs that have expressed interest in Raley. The southpaw underwent Tommy John surgery last May but is on track to […]
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Padres Would Prefer To Hold Luis Arraez
According to Dennis Lin of The Athletic, the San Diego Padres would prefer to hold infielder Luis Arraez. Arraez has had his name circling around several trade discussions throughout the offseason. However, the Padres and Arraez settled on a $14 million to avoid arbitration last week. Lin noted that even though the team remains focused […]
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Whit Merrifield Considering Retirement
According to Mark Bowman of MLB.com, second baseman Whit Merrifield is considering retirement. Bowman noted that Merrifield was a good fit in Atlanta last season and could be in contention to earn a spot on their Opening Day roster but is currently considering retirement. The veteran opened the 2024 season with the Phillies and ended […]
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Sam Reinhart Nets Two Goals In Loss
Florida Panthers right wing Sam Reinhart scored twice during their loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday evening. Reinhart opened the scoring with a shorthanded tally in the first period. Later in the third, Reinhart would strike again on special teams, this time on the power-play. This was Reinhart's second-straight multi-goal showing and third-straight game, […]
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Noah Cates Strikes Twice On Monday
Philadelphia Flyers center Noah Cates scored twice in their victory over the Florida Panthers on Monday evening. Cates found the back of the net for the first time on the power-play in the opening minutes of the third period. Then, in the final minutes, Cates would strike again and scored the game-winner on a backhand […]
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Yegor Sharangovich Tallies Goal, Assist On Monday
Calgary Flames left wing Yegor Sharangovich tallied a goal and an assist during Monday's victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. Sharangovich did all of his damage in the second period. In the opening minutes of the period, he tallied the primary assist on Jake Bean's goal. Later in the frame, Sharangovich would find the back of […]
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